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  1. Sculpture at Parkland.

    Add Parkland at Dalton Park to your Itinerary

    Parkland at Dalton Park

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    Walking

    Seaham

    Some people love to shop while others long for the great outdoors – at Dalton Park you can have it all! Once you’ve explored the bright and airy shopping malls of Dalton Park you can also discover 55 acres of landscaped Parkland that are opposite…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. The Conscious Self

    The Conscious Self

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    Wellness Activity

    Discover The Conscious Self, an immersive wellness business rooted in the heart of nature. At The Conscious Self, we offer transformative retreats, wild sauna experiences, classes, and mindful adventures across County Durham and beyond. Whether…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  3. Balderhead Reservoir Trout Fishery

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    Balderhead Reservoir Wild Brown Trout Fishery

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    Fishery

    Baldersdale

    Balderhead Reservoir is one of the best wild brown trout fisheries in the country, offering fantastic scenery of the North Pennine Grouse Moors.

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    22 Mar 2026to30 Sept 2026
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  4. Hamsterley Forest Walk

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    Walking at Hamsterley Forest

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    Walking

    Hamsterley Forest

    When you walk around Hamsterley Forest you are walking through a former agricultural and shooting estate. Three walks start from the notice board in the Bedburn car park opposite the cycle hire and two further walks start along the valley from Grove…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Knitsley Farm Shop

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    Knitsley Farm Shop

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    Consett

    Award Winning Farm Shop & Restaurant based in the Derwent Valley, near to Consett and Lanchester. Wide range of fresh foods available to buy in the shop and enjoy in the comfort of the café.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  6. Adventure Valley Golf course

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1002 reviews1002 reviews

    Adventure Valley Golf

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    Adventure Sport Centre

    Durham

    Adventure Valley Golf – Durham’s only adventure golf course, boasting 18 fun packed holes. Suitable for all ages.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  7. Durham County Cricket Club

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 68 reviews68 reviews

    Durham Cricket

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    Chester-le-Street

    Banks Homes Riverside Stadium is a world class sporting and events venue which regularly attracts visitors from all over the world.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Grandad and Granddaughter looking at Locomotion

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1253 reviews1253 reviews

    Locomotion

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    Museum

    Shildon

    Explore 200 years of railway history in the world’s first railway town at Locomotion, Europe’s largest undercover collection of heritage railway vehicles.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Tourism Event of the Year - Bronze 2014North East England Tourism Awards - Tourism Event of the Year - Bronze
    • Visit England Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2017Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for Locomotion
  9. Throne room at Auckland Palace

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    Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project

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    Bishop Auckland

    Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Palace was once home to the Prince Bishops of Durham, and was the place where they entertained, hunted and worshipped.

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    18 Feb 2026to24 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024VisitEngland Gold Accolade
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  10. Woodland Spa

    Woodland Spa

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    Stanley

    South Causey Inn is proud to announce the launch of The Woodland Spa, a brand-new luxury spa experience set within the breathtaking surroundings of the Beamish Valley.

    Designed to offer a peaceful escape from the everyday, The Woodland Spa…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. Woman with child looking at App on a mobile phone, forest setting

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    Dinosaur Safari at Wharton Park

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    Family Fun

    Durham City

    Visitors to Wharton Park in Durham City can enjoy new and exciting adventures with the launch of an interactive mobile app, a free app which can be downloaded for both Android and iPhone.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Auckland Tower, blue skies

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    Auckland Tower - The Auckland Project

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    Bishop Auckland

    Auckland Tower is the perfect place to get a feel for The Auckland Project, the stunning setting, and to pick up everything you’ll need for your day of exploration.

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    18 Feb 2026to24 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024VisitEngland Gold Accolade
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Visit England VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2024VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Auckland Tower - The Auckland Project
  13. The inside of the shop with books, toys and cards on display.

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    The Bowes Museum Shop

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    Barnard Castle

    Explore our shop, where you'll find the perfect souvenir or special gift. Our selection includes art books, toys, crafts, beautiful cards, and tasty confectionery. We also offer handmade jewellery and ceramics, allowing you to take home a unique…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

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    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for The Bowes Museum Shop
  14. Children wearing hard hats in Killhope Lead Mine in dark truck full of rocks

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 314 reviews314 reviews

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum

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    Museum

    Cowshill

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum is temporarily closed whilst restoration works continue. Killhope is a multi award winning Victorian lead mining museum offering a great day out for the family.

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    From:
    1 May 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Visit England VAQAS 2021VAQAS
    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2017Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold
    • Visit England Code of Practice 2017
    • Visit England VisitEngland Hidden Gem 2016VisitEngland Hidden Gem
    • Visit England Best Told Story 2021Best Told Story
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Killhope Lead Mining Museum
  15. The Pin

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    The Pin

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    Family Fun

    Durham

    Ramside Hall's brand new Entertainment Centre. With a 43-bay Toptracer driving range, six-lane bowling alley, interactive games, a huge sports bar with curve-round screens and a menu full of crowd-pleasers, it’s a go-to for laid-back days and lively…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  16. Auckland Palace Shop

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    Auckland Palace Shop

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    Shop

    Bishop Auckland

    Our shop, in Auckland Palace will sell a range of quality products and gifts inspired by our collection. Add to the memories of your visit and pick up a special gift or souvenir.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
    More info for Auckland Palace Shop
  17. Broom Mill Farm Shop

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    Broom Mill Farm Shop

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    Farm Shop

    West Auckland, Bishop Auckland

    Set in the Co. Durham countryside near Bishop Auckland, Broom Mill Farm is a family-run farm with roots stretching back to 1987. The farm is known for its commitment to quality food, sustainability and a true 'field to fork' ethos.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  18. Deer Park Raby Castle

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1453 reviews1453 reviews

    The Deer Park and Walled Gardens at Raby Castle

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    Outdoor and Wildlife Activity

    Darlington

    Spend time in nature and watch the seasons change in Raby Castle’s stunning Deer Park and Walled Gardens, which are open to visitors from 10am - 4pm every day.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  19. Photography Workshop with Gary Lintern

    Add Durham Cathedral Tours to your Itinerary

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 7266 reviews7266 reviews

    Durham Cathedral Tours

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    Cathedral / Minister

    Durham City

    Discover the hidden history of Durham Cathedral with one of our regular guided tours. Tours are available Monday to Saturday and last for approximately 1 hour. Tickets can be purchased from the Information Desk at the back of the Cathedral on the…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  20. The Spa at Wynyard

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 195 reviews195 reviews

    The Spa at Wynyard

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    Spa and Relaxation

    Wynyard

    Melt away stress and ease worries in the soothing surroundings of our award-winning Spa.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 4 Bubble Spa 2017Good Spa Guide 4 Bubble Spa
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